Junior Chef

Purpose of the role

• Support the daily kitchen operation by preparing ingredients, cooking assigned dishes and maintaining food safety and cleanliness. Work under the direction of the supervising chef to meet the hotel’s quality, portion and service standards.

Food preparation and service

• Review the preparation list and complete assigned mise en place before service.
• Wash, peel, chop, weigh and portion ingredients using safe methods.
• Cook assigned menu items according to recipes and instructions; check quality before handing over for service.
• Maintain correct presentation and portion sizes, and communicate preparation delays promptly.
• Follow the supervising chef’s instructions for dietary requests and allergen controls.

Food safety and kitchen cleanliness

• Follow handwashing, personal hygiene and uniform requirements.
• Prevent cross-contamination and keep raw and ready-to-eat food appropriately separated.
• Complete assigned temperature checks, cleaning tasks and food safety records.
• Label and date food, store it correctly and report unsafe food or storage conditions immediately.
• Use knives and equipment safely; report defects, injuries and hazards to the supervisor.

Stock and waste control

• Assist with receiving and checking deliveries, and report discrepancies to the supervising chef.
• Rotate stock using the kitchen’s first-in, first-out procedures and monitor expiry dates.
• Assist with stock counts and record waste as required.
• Use ingredients carefully and advise the supervising chef of shortages before service.

Teamwork and conduct

• Attend shift briefings, communicate clearly and provide a useful handover.
• Follow reasonable instructions, attend rostered shifts punctually and comply with hotel procedures.
• Participate in training and complete other reasonable kitchen duties related to the role.

Performance expectations

• Preparation is ready for service; dishes meet recipe, quality and portion standards; hygiene checks and records are completed; avoidable waste is controlled; and shortages, delays and hazards are reported promptly.

Pay: From R5 000,00 per month

Application Question(s):

• What is your expected Salary?

Experience:

• Cooking: 5 years (Preferred)

Location:

• Pretoria, Gauteng (Preferred)

Work Location: In person